Caribbean Explorer II, St Maarten
9.0 Superb - Nitrox available
- En-Suite bathrooms
- Aircon Cabins
“First, and most importantly, the crew was fantastic. ”
Highlights
The Caribbean Explorer II liveaboard offers year-round diving at Saba and St. Kitts in the Northern Caribbean. With a blend of comfort and quality, she caters to 18 guests in 9 staterooms, each with either twin or double beds, private en-suite bathrooms, individually controlled AC, and storage space. Five cabins are located on the lower deck, and 4 cabins are on the main deck. On the upper deck is a partially enclosed dining room where guests enjoy gourmet cuisine and amazing views. There is also an air-conditioned salon with an entertainment system. The sun deck has loungers for relaxing between dives. The large dive platform at the back of the main deck is equipped with individual gear lockers, a large camera table with low-pressure air hoses, recharging stations, tank racks, a bathroom, and separate freshwater rinse baths for dive equipment and cameras.
Dive itineraries aboard the Caribbean Explorer II explore some of the best dive sites in the northern Caribbean. Known for its offshore pinnacles, deep underwater seamounts, finger reefs, recent wrecks, and various coral labyrinths, Saba and St. Kitts have a lot to offer divers underwater. Diving in Saba Marine Park mixes steep vertical walls and coral labyrinths. Expect to see reef sharks, turtles, rays, and more. Protected in 1987, Saba Marine Park encompasses the waters and seabed encircling the entire Caribbean island of Saba, ensuring the park's thriving aquatic life remains healthy. Diving in St Kitts is a diversity of wrecks, ancient relics, and bustling coral reefs. Some top dive sites here include the Wreck of the River Taw, Anchors Aweigh, and Paradise Reef. Divers can see various macro life, including frogfish and sea horses, as well as sharks, turtles, and octopuses. Night dives on the reefs are immensely active, followed by hot towels and cocoa.
The Caribbean Explorer II liveaboard is a fantastic choice for diving at Saba & St. Kitts. Book online today to reserve your space.
This boat is part of the Explorer Ventures fleet.
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Included: VAT, Alcoholic Beverages, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Cabin Towels, Deck Towels.
Required Extras: Fuel Surcharge ($220 / trip), Park and Port Fees ($135 / trip).
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Airport Transfer ($15-30), Nitrox ($10 / tank), Nitrox Course ($295), Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses ($240-340), Land Excursions ($35-50), Snorkel Gear.
Book now, pay later: You can easily place your booking online. We will then hold the spaces for you and you can confirm with a payment later.
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Caribbean Explorer II Reviews
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- 9.0 Superb
- Vessel 8.2
- Crew 9.3
- Food 9.6
- Diving 9.1
- Value 8.9
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- 10 Exceptional
- Pavel V
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Canada
Great diving in Saba and St. Kitts.
Very enjoyable liveaboard. Great diving. A lot of different sea creatures, especially at night. Great landscape. Really, really, really good food. Super delicious.
- Recommended for
- A lot of very different interesting diving locations.. Great crew.. Excellent food..
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- 10 Exceptional
- John S
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United States
The crew and new dive friends aboard the Carribean Explorer 2 made this my favorite dive trip yet!
I loved my dive trip on the Carribean Explorer 2 !!!!!!! The whole crew went over and above my expectations to serve us !!! Robyn’s beautiful smile was a bright uplifting start to every day. WOW! Sarah ran a tight ship, and she and Lauren expertly and safely navigated us through our voyage of adventure. Divemasters Brett and John guided us through some beautiful dives, spotted some very well hidden critters, and got us safely back to the boat every time! Julien created some delicious masterpieces for every meal! Thanks for your great smile John-O ! I can’t describe the unbelievable camaraderie the staff and divers developed . My best souvenirs are a bunch of great new friends who shared a common bond on my best dive trip yet!
- Recommended for
- Superb friendly genuine service. Excellent dive masters. Delicious food.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Catherine H
- United States
St Kitts Liveaboard
Outstanding trip with great service friendly staff who did everything the could to make us comfortable!
- Recommended for
- Emphasis on dive safety. Quality of food. Variable dive sites.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Laurie T
- United States
St Kitts to Saba during hurricane Erin-way to go Captain Rodney!
This crew went above and beyond to create a great trip under some challenging conditions. The trip started when hurricane Erin was just coming through St Kitts. The crew did everything possible to make us comfortable as we boarded the first day (big waves and LOTS of boat movement moored to the dock). The conditions were still poor the next day and we were unable leave port or dive but with some smart planning and a quick pivot by Captain Rodney, we were able to have a land tour. The next five days of diving were tricky with currents, low visibility, and some rough seas but the captain did everything possible to get us in the water and chose the best dive sites for us under the circumstances to ensure a great trip...and it was! We had some wonderful dives; lots of fish and beautiful healthy corrals and sponges. Demian and Robyn were great dive guides-enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and always there to lend a hand. Robyn was also the ship's purser and helped with everything (absolutely loved her energy, her attention to the guests, and getting things done). The food was excellent and the chef kept the meals interesting and delicious (although a roasted duck met it's demise in a shattered dish because of the rough seas). The boat was in good shape but a little dated (thus the 4-stars) but comfortable and met all our needs. I will definitely be back to do this route again!
- Recommended for
- The crew!. The diving. The other guests on board.
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- 9.2 Superb
- Vanessa L
- United States
Wonderful diving and crew
This was our third liveaboard and first where it was a week long, and we loved it. The dive spots were amazing, with tons of different life to see every dive (even big stuff like sharks, turtles, octopuses basically every dive), and the dive guides Robyn and Henry were wonderful. The boat is a bit older so the rooms can be snug, but they are comfortable with good AC. Just don't bring your entire wardrobe ;) We got pretty seasick on the first crossing from Saint Martin to Saba, but the rest of the voyage was calm. The rest of the crew were also great, especially Megan and Captain Rodney. The food was also very good and surprisingly diverse -- every meal, even the snacks, were different, thanks to Chef Julian. For non-Americans reading, be aware that there are mostly American guests aboard ;) I am used to a bit more diversity in divers but it was alright. 27 total possible dives, including night dives, all amazing locations. The land tour options were also nice but we skipped the Saba tour given that it seemed mostly shopping-related. Be aware that the add-ons do stack up, such as the fuel surcharge and other fees. Still a great value for money. Very well-organized and safe. Overall, we would definitely go on this liveaboard again and we are already looking up the other options in the rest of the fleet :)
- Recommended for
- Excellent diving spots. Fantastic crew. Well-organized briefings and itinerary.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Michelle A
- United States
Yes Carribean-but different! Pristine!
My friend and I try to experience different diving locations. This was our first time in St Kitts and Saba. The dive sites were very nice with healthy reefs. The boat was comfortable and well maintained (with the exception of a broken ice machine mid-trip...no fault of the crew). The crew was truly one of the best we have experienced, which has put this boat as one of the best dive trips in our price range. Thanks!
- Recommended for
- Loved the two side-by-side twin bed cabin!. Staff was knowledgeable and friendly. The chef was amazing!.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Juene R
- United States
Amazing diving, with some of the best crew
The was one of the best livaboard experiences. I really liked the itinerary and the atmosphere.
- Recommended for
- The crew. The diving. Did I mention the crew?.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Belle S
- United States
Amazing first liveaboard experience!
I can't say enough how awesome the crew is! Everyone was friendly and willing to help despite having constant work to keep everything running smoothly. There is obvious camaraderie and respect! The highlight for me was getting in so many dives. I love the night dives complete with hot towels and hot drinks when we got out of the water! The food was delicious and beyond plentiful lol. Chef went above and beyond for dietary restrictions and variety. Thanks for such a fantastic week I can't wait to come again!
- Recommended for
- Staff was wonderful and knowledgeable! Constantly diving! Comfortable space to relax between dives!
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Scott B
- United States
Awesome. Great crew, dive masters and location (St. Kitts/Saba/St. Maarten). Just awesome!
Turtles, turtles, and a few more turtles. Saba was amazing. Knowledgeable and experienced dive guides - always willing to answer questions.
- Recommended for
- Denzel/Henry fantastic dive guides. Diamond rock- Top 5 in my diving history. Great group of passengers
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- 10 Exceptional
- Susan D
- United States
We had the best time.
Swimming with the Dolphin was amazing
- Recommended for
- The diving, food, people on board
